Episode Transcription Welcome to Food Safety in a Minute, from Washington State University Extension. Should I store opened soy sauce in the refrigerator or my pantry? According to the FoodKeeper App, developed by the United States Department of Agriculture, Cornell University, and the Food Marketing Institute, commercial soy sauce is safe at room temperature after […]
Episode Transcription From Washington State University Extension, welcome to Food Safety in a Minute. Freezing is a great way to preserve fruits and vegetables, save with bulk purchases, make entrees ahead to save time, and take advantage of sales. Did you know a full freezer is energy efficient? Refilling your freezer several times a year […]
Episode Transcription This is Food Safety in a Minute. It’s summer, you’re headed off to camp, picnic, or attend a family reunion, likely using a cooler. Keeping food safety in mind, it’s important to clean and sanitize your cooler before packing food. First, wash all surfaces with soap and warm water. Next, rinse with clean […]
Episode Transcription From Washington State University Extension, I’m Susie Craig. Confused by date labels on food products? You are not alone. “Use By”, “Best By”, and other dates on labels vary by manufacturer and regulators, state by state. Consumers don’t know if they are more reflective of freshness and quality or related to increased risk […]
Episode Transcription From Washington State University Extension, I’m Susie Craig. This month our podcasts highlight online food safety resources. Resources to improve your food safety practices and prevent foodborne illness. Our focus today? Tips for Food Safe Shopping and Storage from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Learn more. Search for food safety on the […]
Episode Transcription For Food Safety in a Minute, I’m Susie Craig. Who doesn’t enjoy home prepared pickles and sauerkraut? Both are fermented and cured about 3 weeks. During fermentation, flavors and colors change and acidity of the brine increases. You may also make refrigerator dill pickles, relishes, and fruit pickles with shorter fermentation periods. From […]
Episode Transcription From Washington State University Extension, this is Food Safety in a Minute. Are there holiday leftovers in your refrigerator? Before watching football games and having another party on New Year’s Day, make time to inspect the contents of your refrigerator. The short time limits for storage of home refrigerated food necessary for food […]
Episode Transcription For Food Safety in a Minute, this is Susie Craig. Are you confused about “Use By” and “Best if Used By” dates on food labels? Knowing the difference is important for food safety. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, food labeled with a “Use By” date indicates the food is perishable. […]
Episode Transcription From Washington State University Extension, this is Food Safety in a Minute. When’s the last time you cleaned your pantry? A supply of shelf stable food is a great way to prepare for power outages and natural disasters. For many families, however, the pantry fills up with newly purchased items pushing older food […]
Episode Transcription For Food Safety in a Minute, I’m Susie Craig. Have you ever opened your refrigerator, picked up a bottle of salad dressing and wondered, is it still safe to eat? There are research-based food safety guidelines for food storage from the United States Department of Agriculture. The guidelines include everything from coffee, dairy […]